Mechanical Engineering Intern, Summer 2026 jobs in United States
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BAE Systems, Inc. · 8 hours ago

Mechanical Engineering Intern, Summer 2026

BAE Systems, Inc. is a leading defense, aerospace and security company, seeking candidates for Mechanical Engineering summer internships. The role involves providing engineering support in design and development, as well as testing and production of complex electronic and mechanical systems.

Defense & Space
badNo H1BnoteSecurity Clearance RequirednoteU.S. Citizen Onlynote

Responsibilities

Provide engineering support to the design, development and selection of basic hardware components utilizing fundamental mechanical engineering principles, theories and techniques
Obtain working knowledge of company tools. Perform analyses and compile data for investigation by senior engineering personnel
Support the fabrication and testing of prototype or deliverable hardware. Document and present results
Support assemblers, technicians and inspectors for manufacturing issues on new and existing products
Develop or improve test fixtures, tooling, manufacturing processes and other procedures for new and existing product builds to reduce defects and improve yields
Participate in and document corrective action requests using 9 Step problem solving methodology
Other duties and responsibilities as required

Qualification

Mechanical EngineeringAerospace EngineeringCreoAutoCADANSYSMATLABAnalytical SkillsTechnical WritingTeamworkProblem Solving

Required

Pursuing a BS Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering (or equivalent)
Eligible for DOD Security Clearance
MUST be able to relocate to Southern NH area
MUST have reliable transportation to and from assigned work site(s)
MUST be able to work full 40-hour work week (Exceptions made for academics with advance notice)

Preferred

Ability to research and apply mechanical engineering principles and theories to solve mechanical engineering problems
Motivated self-starter with leadership skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment
Excellent problem solving skills, judgment, and analytical capability
Ability to close on discrete tasking in a timely manner
Strong technical writing and verbal communication skills
Experience in Creo, PLM, AutoCAD, ANSYS, Siemens NX or MATLAB is a plus

Benefits

401(k) savings plan
Medical benefits
Employee assistance program
Business travel accident insurance

Company

BAE Systems, Inc.

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Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do. BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Tom Arseneault
President & Chief Executive Officer, BAE Systems, Inc.
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Don Widener, PhD
Chief Technology Officer, Intelligence Solutions
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